# Unibeam ## Overview http://youtu.be/DgDw0Wf56nQ Build a chest-mounted cosplay project with a 3D printed UniBeam! In this project, we'll show you how to use 3D printing and electronics to build the infamous repulsion weapon from ironman. This project was built in collaboration with [James Bruton](http://www.youtube.com/user/jamesbruton "James Bruton Youtube channel") from XRobots. This 3d printed build was made to go inside of [James’ Hulkbuster project](http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpwJoq86vov8gC5fYZu6zq3JpQ0VOPQmV). The Hulkbuster is a massive Iron Man-inspired suit James is building with 3D printed parts and various other materials. Watch James' video and checkout his [YouTube channel](http://www.youtube.com/user/jamesbruton) for more details on his Hulkbuster project. ![](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/019/897/medium800/leds_circuits.jpg?1411700361) To make the Unibeam circuit we’re using two NeoPixel rings, a couple of single NeoPixel LEDs, and GEMMA, which is an easy to use, byte-sized microcontroller. ## Prerequisite Guides We recommend walking through the follow tutorials below before starting this project. These guides will help you get familiar with the components and get setup and configured with the Arduino IDE and libraries. - [Introducing GEMMA](../../../introducing-gemma/) - [Introducing Trinket](../../../introducing-trinket "Link: https://learn.adafruit.com/introducing-trinket") - [Introducting Pro Trinket](../../../introducting-pro-trinket) - [NeoPixel Uberguide](../../../adafruit-neopixel-uberguide) ## Parts We have all the lovely components and tools to build this project. Be sure to check out the featured products on the right sidebar. - [NeoPixel 16x Ring](https://www.adafruit.com/product/1463) - [NeoPixel 24x Ring](https://www.adafruit.com/product/1586) - [NeoPixel Sheet](https://www.adafruit.com/product/1559) - [Gemma](https://www.adafruit.com/product/1222 "Link: https://www.adafruit.com/products/805") - [JST Extension](https://www.adafruit.com/product/1131 "Link: https://www.adafruit.com/product/1131") - [AAA Battery Holder](https://www.adafruit.com/product/727) - [Toggle Switch](https://www.adafruit.com/product/1092) ![](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/019/929/medium800/leds_tools.jpg?1411936312) ## Tools & Supplies You'll need a couple of hand tools and accessories to assist you in the build.  - [Solder Iron](https://www.adafruit.com/products/1204 "Link: https://www.adafruit.com/products/1204") + [Solder](https://www.adafruit.com/products/734 "Link: https://www.adafruit.com/products/734") - [Silicone Wire](https://www.adafruit.com/products/1877 "Silicone Wire") - [PLA Filament](https://www.adafruit.com/search?q=ninjaflex "Link: https://www.adafruit.com/search?q=ninjaflex") - [3D Printer](https://www.adafruit.com/search?q=3d+printer "Link: https://www.adafruit.com/search?q=3d+printer") - [Next Page](https://learn.adafruit.com/unibeam/circuit-diagram.md) ## Featured Products ### PRINTinZ Flexible 3D Printer Plate - 300mm x 300mm [PRINTinZ Flexible 3D Printer Plate - 300mm x 300mm](https://www.adafruit.com/product/2132) Removing 3D printed parts can be tough. Sometimes pieces get stuck to your 3D printing plate and their bottoms get stuck to your build plate.  Over time, chiseling objects off can scratch and damage your plate - and get pretty annoying - so wouldn't it be great if you could just bend... No Longer Stocked [Buy Now](https://www.adafruit.com/product/2132) [Related Guides to the Product](https://learn.adafruit.com/products/2132/guides) ### Flora RGB Smart NeoPixel version 3 - Sheet of 20 [Flora RGB Smart NeoPixel version 3 - Sheet of 20](https://www.adafruit.com/product/1559) So, you want lots and lots of NeoPixels? And you want them for less? Not a problem! Here's a sheet of Flora NeoPixels fresh from the (reflow) oven. Cut them off as you need 'em and save a pretty penny while you're at it. **Each order comes with 20 pixels on a...** In Stock [Buy Now](https://www.adafruit.com/product/1559) [Related Guides to the Product](https://learn.adafruit.com/products/1559/guides) ### Adafruit GEMMA v2 - Miniature wearable electronic platform [Adafruit GEMMA v2 - Miniature wearable electronic platform](https://www.adafruit.com/product/1222) **Deprecation Warning: The Gemma bit-bang USB technique it uses doesn't work as well as it did in 2014, many modern computers won't work well. So while we still carry the Gemma so that people can maintain some older projects, we no longer recommend it.** No Longer Stocked [Buy Now](https://www.adafruit.com/product/1222) [Related Guides to the Product](https://learn.adafruit.com/products/1222/guides) ### NeoPixel Ring - 16 x 5050 RGB LED with Integrated Drivers [NeoPixel Ring - 16 x 5050 RGB LED with Integrated Drivers](https://www.adafruit.com/product/1463) Round and round and round they go! 16 ultra bright smart LED NeoPixels are arranged in a circle with 1.75" (44.5mm) outer diameter. The rings are 'chainable' - connect the output pin of one to the input pin of another. Use only one microcontroller pin to control as many as you can... In Stock [Buy Now](https://www.adafruit.com/product/1463) [Related Guides to the Product](https://learn.adafruit.com/products/1463/guides) ### NeoPixel Ring - 24 x 5050 RGB LED with Integrated Drivers [NeoPixel Ring - 24 x 5050 RGB LED with Integrated Drivers](https://www.adafruit.com/product/1586) Round and round and round they go! 24 ultra bright smart LED NeoPixels are arranged in a circle with 2.6" (66mm) outer diameter. The rings are 'chainable' - connect the output pin of one to the input pin of another. Use only one microcontroller pin to control as many as you can... In Stock [Buy Now](https://www.adafruit.com/product/1586) [Related Guides to the Product](https://learn.adafruit.com/products/1586/guides) ### PLA Filament for 3D Printers - 3mm Diameter - Silver - 1KG [PLA Filament for 3D Printers - 3mm Diameter - Silver - 1KG](https://www.adafruit.com/product/2070) Having a 3D printer without filament is sort of like having a regular printer without paper or ink.  And while a lot of printers come with some filament there's a good chance you've been printing up a storm and need something new.  That's why we've started carrying a... No Longer Stocked [Buy Now](https://www.adafruit.com/product/2070) [Related Guides to the Product](https://learn.adafruit.com/products/2070/guides) ### JST-PH Battery Extension Cable - 500mm [JST-PH Battery Extension Cable - 500mm](https://www.adafruit.com/product/1131) By popular demand, we now have a handy extension cord for all of our JST PH-terminated battery packs (such as our LiIon/LiPoly and 3xAAA holders). One end has a JST-PH compatible socket, and the other end has a matching plug. Between the two, 500mm of color coded wire. Handy for wearable... In Stock [Buy Now](https://www.adafruit.com/product/1131) [Related Guides to the Product](https://learn.adafruit.com/products/1131/guides) ### Tactile On/Off Switch with Leads [Tactile On/Off Switch with Leads](https://www.adafruit.com/product/1092) Squeeze once to turn on, squeeze again to turn off! This clicky switch makes a great power switch or mode toggler. We like this switch because it's easy to embed in a seam for easily powering up/off wearable and fabric projects. Can handle up to 14V and 2 Amps! This is a really satisfying... In Stock [Buy Now](https://www.adafruit.com/product/1092) [Related Guides to the Product](https://learn.adafruit.com/products/1092/guides) ## Related Guides - [FLORA and GEMMA ICSP](https://learn.adafruit.com/flora-and-gemma-isp.md) - [NeoPixels on Raspberry Pi](https://learn.adafruit.com/neopixels-on-raspberry-pi.md) - [Light-Activated Pixel Heart](https://learn.adafruit.com/light-activated-pixel-heart.md) - [Interior Purse Light](https://learn.adafruit.com/interior-purse-light.md) - [Serial Debugging with GEMMA](https://learn.adafruit.com/serial-debugging-with-gemma.md) - [LED Harness Bra](https://learn.adafruit.com/neopixel-led-harness-bra.md) - [NeoPixel Ring Bangle Bracelet](https://learn.adafruit.com/neopixel-ring-bangle-bracelet.md) - [Color Spinner Camera Ring Light ](https://learn.adafruit.com/camera-ring-light-with-cpx.md) - [Buzzing Mindfulness Bracelet](https://learn.adafruit.com/buzzing-mindfulness-bracelet.md) - [Multi-tasking the Arduino - Part 3](https://learn.adafruit.com/multi-tasking-the-arduino-part-3.md) - [Ursula's Seashell Necklace](https://learn.adafruit.com/ursulas-seashell-necklace.md) - [Festive Feather Holiday Lights](https://learn.adafruit.com/festive-feather-holiday-lights.md) - [HalloWing Interactive Cat Toy](https://learn.adafruit.com/hallowing-cat-toy.md) - [Animated NeoPixel Glow Fur Scarf](https://learn.adafruit.com/animated-neopixel-gemma-glow-fur-scarf.md) - [Moana Glowing Heart of Te Fiti Necklace](https://learn.adafruit.com/moana-glowing-heart-of-te-fiti-necklace.md)